Oklahoma Vessel Bill of Sale
watercraft in the state. A bill of sale will contain the purchaser's and vendor's names, a word picture of the vessel, and the conditions of the transaction. This form is not required to be authenticated by a notary public, although it may be handy for tax purposes.

Vessel Registration

The Oklahoma Tax Commission requires nearly all boats utilized or capable of being utilized for transportation on Oklahoma waters to be registered. (Self-propelled vessels such as canoes and kayaks are exemptions.) Within thirty days after acquiring a vessel, purchasers have to apply for title and documentation.

The vessel's initial documentation period will expire on June 30, and subsequent registration periods will commence on the first of July of each year. Renewals can be completed virtually through the state's OKCars system, or by mail by replying to postcards given to registrants each year as a notice as the deadline draws near.

Where Should I Register?

Registration and titling can be done physically at a state-authorized tag agent or a Motor Vehicle Department office of the tax commission.

Forms for vessel documentation

  • A finished Request for Certificate of Title for a Boat or Outboard Motor (Form BM-26);

  • A signed bill of sale document;

  • If the vessel was formerly titled in Oklahoma, a Boat or Outboard Motor Serial Number Confirmation (Form BM-10), finished by the vendor;

  • If the vessel was previously titled in another state, the out-of-state title, and evidence of examination by an Oklahoma tag agent;

  • If the vessel was acquired a brand new from a merchant, a manufacturer’s statement of origin (MSO) if the vessel has been acquired brand new; and

  • Remittance of excise tax, titling cost, documentation cost, and, if it applies, other divers charges.